There is a tendon that stretches from your heel to your calf known as the Achilles tendon. It allows the foot to flex, which enables standing, running, walking, and virtually all movements. Although the Achilles tendon plays a significant role in our movements, it may also indicate our heart attack risk.
Researchers have found that those with a thicker Achilles tendon have a higher risk of heart disease and heart attack. The study found that people with thicker Achilles tendons generally had a higher chance of having a blocked artery and left main coronary artery disease, which is associated with a higher risk of heart attack and death.
